One of the best reasons to live in the Lake Geneva region is that it’s within striking distance of Burgundy. If we manage to slip out of the office by 17h on a Friday evening, we can be happily ensconced two hours later in a cozy bistro in Beaune, sipping our kir, debating what to […]
Seeking the “perfect” fondue
Ten years ago, desperate to find an affordable holiday rental, I eyed a last-minute opening on the Wengen tourism site for a rustic chalet with wood-burning stove and stunning view. I dusted off my rusty German, called the owner and then packed up the kids and dog for the Bernese Alps. At 1,300 meters, Wengen […]